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The ‘Dahsala settlement’ is related to whom?
The 'Dahsala settlement' is attributed to Raja Todar Mal, the esteemed Diwan-i-Ashraf (Finance Minister) of Emperor Akbar. Implemented in 1580, it was a refinement of Sher Shah's Zabti system. This highly efficient revenue system calculated the state's share by averaging the yield and local prices oRead more
The ‘Dahsala settlement’ is attributed to Raja Todar Mal, the esteemed Diwan-i-Ashraf (Finance Minister) of Emperor Akbar. Implemented in 1580, it was a refinement of Sher Shah’s Zabti system. This highly efficient revenue system calculated the state’s share by averaging the yield and local prices of various crops over the preceding ten years (Dah-sala). The primary goal was to ensure accurate assessment, reduce corruption and provide a stable, predictable income for the empire.
The correct answer is (A) Todar Mal.
See lessWho assassinated Abul Fazl on Jahangir’s orders? (A) The Uzbeks (B) The Afghans (C) Vir Singh Bundela (D) The Yusufzais
Abul Fazl, the brilliant author of the Akbarnama, was assassinated in 1602 by the Bundela chief Vir Singh Bundela. The assassination was orchestrated by Prince Salim (Jahangir), who was in open revolt against his father, Akbar. Salim considered Abul Fazl his most formidable political enemy and the mRead more
Abul Fazl, the brilliant author of the Akbarnama, was assassinated in 1602 by the Bundela chief Vir Singh Bundela. The assassination was orchestrated by Prince Salim (Jahangir), who was in open revolt against his father, Akbar. Salim considered Abul Fazl his most formidable political enemy and the main person poisoning Akbar’s mind against him. Vir Singh Bundela was heavily rewarded by Salim upon his ascension to the throne, underscoring the political nature of the murder.
The correct answer is (C) Vir Singh Bundela.
See lessTo whom did Akbar give the title of ‘Kaviraj’ / ‘Kaviraya’?
Akbar awarded the esteemed title of 'Kaviraj' (King of Poets) to his intellectual and witty courtier, Birbal. Birbal, whose birth name was Mahesh Das, was highly admired by Akbar for his quick intelligence, charming poetry and ability to use humor to offer counsel. Although he later held a militaryRead more
Akbar awarded the esteemed title of ‘Kaviraj’ (King of Poets) to his intellectual and witty courtier, Birbal. Birbal, whose birth name was Mahesh Das, was highly admired by Akbar for his quick intelligence, charming poetry and ability to use humor to offer counsel. Although he later held a military position, the title ‘Kaviraj’ reflects his primary role as a close confidant and intellectual companion to the emperor, cementing his reputation as a great poet and storyteller.
The correct answer is (B) Birbal.
See lessWhich of the following historians called Akbar an “enemy of Islam”?
The historian who labeled Emperor Akbar an "enemy of Islam" was Abdul Qadir Badauni in his work, the Muntakhab-ut-Tawarikh. Badauni, who resented the decline of orthodox influence in Akbar’s court, viewed Akbar's promotion of Sulh-e-Kul (universal peace) and the establishment of the Ibadat Khana asRead more
The historian who labeled Emperor Akbar an “enemy of Islam” was Abdul Qadir Badauni in his work, the Muntakhab-ut-Tawarikh. Badauni, who resented the decline of orthodox influence in Akbar’s court, viewed Akbar’s promotion of Sulh-e-Kul (universal peace) and the establishment of the Ibadat Khana as an assault on the true faith. He chronicled the emperor’s policies with deep hostility, accusing him of heresy and deliberately fostering un-Islamic practices to challenge religious authority.
See lessDuring which campaign was Birbal, one of Akbar’s ‘Navaratnas’ (nine jewels), killed?
Birbal was killed in 1586 AD while campaigning in the northwest frontier to suppress a fierce tribal rebellion led by the Yusufzais. Birbal was sent at the head of a Mughal force that was ambushed in the rugged terrain of the Swat Valley. Due to poor tactical decisions and lack of military experiencRead more
Birbal was killed in 1586 AD while campaigning in the northwest frontier to suppress a fierce tribal rebellion led by the Yusufzais. Birbal was sent at the head of a Mughal force that was ambushed in the rugged terrain of the Swat Valley. Due to poor tactical decisions and lack of military experience, the Mughal column suffered heavy casualties and Birbal was killed. Akbar was deeply saddened by the loss of his friend and courtier, making it one of the most personally distressing events of his reign.
The correct answer is (D) While suppressing the rebellion of the Yusufzais.
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